Good News Project receives grant from Inclusa Foundation to expand Health Equipment Lending Program services to rural communities

MARSHFIELD – Good News Project announced that it has been awarded a grant from the Inclusa Foundation to expand its Health Equipment Lending Program (HELP) services to rural communities. This funding will enable the launch of a new Mobile HELP Truck service, which will transport medical equipment to and from Wausau, enhancing accessibility for those in need.
HELP has been a cornerstone of Good News Project’s mission in north central Wisconsin for 20 years, providing essential durable medical equipment to individuals who may not have the means to acquire it otherwise. With the introduction of the Mobile HELP Truck, the program will now be able to reach even more people, particularly in rural areas where transportation barriers have historically limited access to these vital resources.
“Transportation should never be a barrier to receiving essential medical equipment,” said Toni Schmitt, HELP Manager at Good News Project. “With the support of the Inclusa Foundation, we are now able to ensure that more people in our community have the access to durable medical equipment that will allow them to live healthier, more independent lives.”
The mobile truck will operate on a regular schedule, making stops in 11 rural communities throughout the region: Antigo, Athens, Birnamwood, Edgar, Hatley, Marathon City, Merrill, Mosinee, Rhinelander, Stratford and Tomahawk. This service will not only deliver equipment but also pick up items that need to be returned to our inventory or serviced, ensuring a seamless and convenient experience for all users. This effort could not be implemented without the generous support of businesses in these rural communities who are willing to allow the Mobile HELP Truck to park for one hour each month on their property. Partnering businesses include Marathon Cheese (Marathon), Twisted Sisters Market (Antigo), Charlie’s Hardware (Mosinee) and Dollar General (all other communities).
For more information about the Health Equipment Lending Program and the new Mobile HELP Truck, please visit www.goodnewswi.com or contact Toni at 715-843-5985.